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Soldiers fire a tank in a field, creating a large, orange fireball with a mountain in the background.

Bringing the Boom With a View

Soldiers zero the M1 Abrams tank's sighting system during gunnery training operations at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, May 30, 2026. Zeroing the tank's sights allows armored crews to confirm accuracy, build proficiency and prepare for follow-on engagements during live-fire training.

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